Prayer Diary 2021 2022 - January - May 2021 - Anglican Diocese of Bendigo
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Prayer Diary
• January – May 2021
2021 - 2022
Cycle of Prayer
For all Christians, daily prayer is an essential part of life. This
Cycle of Prayer is designed to fuel your prayers so that you
can do the most practical and spiritually powerful thing any
Christian can do – asking God to act!
This version of the Prayer Diary provides a forty day cycle of
prayers across the Diocese, covering parishes, pioneer
ministries and diocesan organisations and agencies. Also
included are things to thank God for, recognising the
blessings he has poured out upon us.
Each page also includes contact details, so that you might
reach out and encourage those you are praying for. We see
this modelled throughout the New Testament, where the
writers of the epistles not only tell others they are praying
for them, but also include the content of their prayers.
For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom
every family in heaven and on earth takes its name. I pray
that, according to the riches of his glory, he may grant that
you may be strengthened in your inner being with power
through his Spirit, and that Christ may dwell in your hearts
through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love.
Ephesians 3:14-17
Bishop Matt Brain
Our Diocesan Prayer
Generous God,
we thank you for the Diocese of Bendigo,
the beautiful mountains, hills, plains and
native forests that is our environment.
Bless the cities, towns and rural areas,
the parishes, congregations and agencies
in which we live and serve.
Give us vision, energy and hope
to be a Missionary Church.
By the Spirit’s gifts, equip us
to live the Gospel of Christ
and make us eager to do your will,
that we may share the joys of the whole creation.
We make our prayer
through Jesus Christ your Son, our Lord.
Amen.
Day 1 The Bishop of Bendigo
Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am
sending you.” – John 20: 21
The Right Rev’d Dr Matt Brain
Give thanks for
1. Our servant hearted clergy and lay leaders;
2. A wonderful registry team who have poured themselves out to serve the
diocese throughout the difficult pandemic time;
3. That God continues to raise up clergy (newly ordained and experienced)
to lead and care for his people.
Prayer points
1. That the world may know that we in the Diocese of Bendigo love Jesus by
our love for one another;
2. For opportunities to bear witness to Jesus in private conversations and
public forums;
3. That God will give us eyes to see where new congregations may be started
in the communities which do not yet have one.
Contact
Phone: 03 5443 4711
bishoppa@bendigoanglican.org.au
Also pray for:
Bendigo Diocesan Senior Leadership Team
Pioneer Ministry in the
Day 2
Bicycling Community
Cycling by faith to be in the Bicycling community to be available and
obedient to the Leadings of God's Holy Spirit.
The Rev’d Edward Barkla
Give thanks for
1. The opportunity and recognition of ministry being shared in the Bicycling
Community;
2. The health and well being to engage in group riding and share faith in
Christ Jesus.
Prayer points
1. The safe sharing of the roads by all shared road users;
2. For opportunities to not be missed to honour the Lord in His plans
and purposes for His name sake;
3. Ongoing support of the pastoral care of families in need across the
Bicycling Community.
Contact
Rev’d Edward Barkla: 0407840245
ebarkla58@gmail.com
Also pray for:
Lay ministries throughout the diocese
Day 3 Parish of Bendigo North
Including: St Luke’s White Hills and True North at St Clement’s Huntly
The Rev’d Suzannah Daniels
Give thanks for
1. Multicultural diversity;
2. Strengthened faith;
3. Youth and children.
Prayer points
1. Discernment of our Mission;
2. Healing for those who are unwell in mind, body or spirit;
3. Financial sustainability.
Contact
Phone: 03 5444 1875
bendigonorth@gmail.com
www.bendigonorth.com
Facebook: BendigoNorthAnglicanParish
Also pray for:
Rural Deans
Day 4 Parish of Castlemaine
Including: Christ Church Castlemaine and St John’s Chewton,
The Rev’d Canon Ian Howarth
Give thanks for
1. For the wonder of creation especially the region of Central Victoria with
its beauty and plenty;
2. For all the people in our community;
3. For our church leaders especially our recent Locums and our Rector Fr
Ian.
Prayer points
1. For all those in our community who are unwell or needing care;
2. For our fragile environment - that we work towards conserving it well for
future generations;
3. For all who feel distant from God’s love.
Contact
Phone: 03 5472 1137
castlemaineanglican@bigpond.com
www.castlemaineanglican.org
Also pray for:
Diocese of Ballarat
Day 5 St Paul’s Cathedral
“You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be
hidden.” – Matthew 5: 14
The Very Rev’d Elizabeth Dyke
Give thanks for
1. For the ministry team, Rev’d Baw Mu Htoo Bleh Dah Moo, Rev’d Angela
Lorrigan, Rev’d Roger Rich, Rev’d Canon Heather Marten, Rev’d Noel
Richards, Rev’d Peter Dyke;
2. Completion of works on the Bell Tower;
3. Cathedral Kids music club on Saturdays;
4. Homework Club, assisting children with their English and Math.
Prayer points
1. Sharing our faith in Jesus with confidence;
2. Development of our vision to be ‘at the heart of Bendigo’;
3. Community-facing activities to address social need;
4. Pastoral care into aged care facilities.
Contact
Phone: 03 5443 5061
office@stpaulsbendgio.org.au
Dean Elizabeth Dyke: 0433 875 861
dean@stpaulsbendigo.org.au
Also pray for:
Anglican Church of Australia
Day 6 Parish of Central Mallee
Including: Ouyen, Underbool, Walpeup,
Patchewollock and Murrayville
The Rev’d Jeremy Morgan
Give thanks for
1. The people of our parish and for the gifts God has given them, especially
those who lead worship across our 9 congregations;
2. The young families who have made their home in our parishes; and for
our recent baptism in Berriwillock;
3. The Bush Church Aid Society and for their support of ministry in the
bush, especially in our Central Mallee Parish.
Prayer points
1. Our farming communities in the Mallee; for good rain to water their
crops, so there will be an abundant harvest;
2. That the church will be bold to speak the truth and preach the faith, and
that God’s spirit will lead us to find creative ways to minister and witness
to the gospel in covid conditions;
3. Pray for the Anglican ministry which is being re-established in the
township of Murrayville after the sale of their church building.
Contact
Rev’d Jermey Morgan: 0417 549 454
malleetrackchurches@gmail.com
Also pray for:
Diocese of North West Australia
Day 7 Parish of Charlton- Donald
Including: St Paul’s Birchip, St Martin’s Charlton, St George’s Donald and
Holy Trinity Wedderburn
The Rev’d Judi Bird
Give thanks for
1. Generosity of spirit of the Parish;
2. Resilience in life and prayer;
3. Faithful and assurance of God’s enduring love in all that they do and all
that they are.
Prayer points
1. Pray for our Parish to continue to be good neighbours, faithful
parishioners, loyal and active members of the communities in which they
live and work and in the community of the church;
2. Pray that we continue, as those that have gone before, to regard our land
as God’s land, as stewards of His bounty and conserve and improve it so
that it will increasingly continue to give glory to Him.
Contact
Rev’d Judi Bird: 0435 593 359
judithblackbird@outlook.com
Also pray for:
Diocese of BathurstDay 8 Christ’s True Light Church
“Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden
things that you have not known.” – Jeremiah 33:3
The Rev’d Simon Chan
Give thanks for
1. Provision for the needs of the church through the generous giving and
tithes;
2. Smooth transition of the church into monolingual English Service and
Mandarin Service;
3. Good leaders and members who are passionate for the Kingdom work;
4. God has put each one of us in this church for His purpose.
Prayer points
1. Teachers for the Children Sunday School ministry;
2. Worship leaders, singers and musicians for the services;
3. Full-time workers to serve in the church;
4. Grow spiritually in the word, service and love for God.
Contact
Rev’d Simon Chan: 0475 607 545
simonchanctlc@yahoo.com
Facebook: ChristsTrueLightChurch
Also pray for:
Cross-cultural Mission Agencies: ABM, CMS, SparklitDay 9 Parish of Cohuna - Kerang
Image: https://www.aussietowns.com.au
Including: St John’s Kerang, Cranmer the Martyr Cohuna, Latimer the
Martyr Leitchville, Christ Church and Gunbower
The Rev’d Sue Allen
Give thanks for
1. That we have met our financial commitments through COVID;
2. That the Lord has kept our communities safe;
3. Our ongoing presence In our Communities.
Prayer points
1. For the discernment of the Holy Spirits leading, guiding and vision for the
future;
2. That we will stay true to the Gospel of Jesus Christ;
3. For revival for our communities, for the softening of hearts towards the
Gospel;
4. That we will see the opportunities that God provides to spread the Gospel.
Contact
Rev’d Sue Allen: 0417 365 386
sueallen614@outlook.com
Facebook: TheAnglicanParishofCohuna;
StJohn’sAnglicanChurchKerang
Also pray for:
Diocese of Newcastle Clergy Households and WidowsDay 10 Parish of Daylesford
God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they will be
satisfied. – Matthew 5: 6
The Rev. Neil Fitzgerald
Give thanks for
1. Our diverse, multi-national, inclusive and accepting Parish;
2. The continued work of our Ladies’ Guild, Archiving Project Team and
Stanbridge Centre Building Committee;
3. Our Parish Maintenance Team who upkeep our grounds and gardens,
Church, Hall and Rectory preserving our history and heritage.
Prayer points
1. Our work with the local refugee agencies, supporting refugee rights and
other important campaigns;
2. Local services and our parish’s work to support the homeless providing
clothing, blankets and essential items for winter;
3. The Gay&Pray Ministry based in Daylesford raising awareness of LGBTIQ
issues including acceptance, inclusion in Church life and suicide
prevention.
Contact
Phone: 0491 604 613
info@daylesfordanglican.com
Rev’d Neil Fitzgerald
vicar@daylesfordanglican.com
Also pray for:
Aboriginal and Torres Strat Islander Ministry in the DioceseDay 11
Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed. –
Proverbs 15: 22
Diocesan Governance and Leadership
Give thanks for
1. Bishop in Council;
2. Diocesan Executive & Senior Leadership Team;
3. Finance Committee;
4. Those who serve on sub-committees and other Diocesan bodies.
Prayer points
1. Archdeacons - Ven. Peter Blundell & Ven. George Hemmings;
2. Rural Deans – Fr. Simon Robinson (Campaspe), Rev’d Tracey Wolsey
(Bendigo East), Rev’d Brendan McDonald (Bendigo West), Rev’d Canon
Ian Howarth (Mount Alexander), Rev’d Canon Dale Barclay (Loddon-
Mallee);
3. Continued wisdom for the planning and oversight of the Diocese.
Contact
reception@bendigoanglican.org.auDay 12 Parish of Echuca
Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who
promised is faithful – Hebrews 10: 23
The Rev’d Phil Zamagias
Give thanks for
1. Praise God for the appointment of our new Rector, Rev. Phil Zamagias
and the provisions of lodgings for him and his family;
2. Give thanks for successful return of face-to-face services of worship;
3. Give thanks for the children in our parish.
Prayer points
1. Pray for the development of the children’s ministry at Christ Church
Echuca;
2. Pray for our current missional opportunities including our Opportunity
Shop, Children’s Outreach Ministries, Christmas Ministries and Missional
Partners;
3. Pray that we would unite in partnership with our new Minister in
proclaiming the gospel now and into the future.
Contact
Phone: 03 5482 1105
info@christchurchechuca.org
www.christchurchechuca.org
Rev’d Phil Zamagias: 0403 750 926
phil@christchurchechuca.org
Also pray for:
Diocese of Perth Pioneer MinistriesParish of Elmore, Rochester-
Day 13
Lockington
Image: en.wikipedia.org
Including: St Peter’s Elmore, St John’s Colbinabbin, St George’s
Goornong, St Mary’s Raywood, Holy Trinity Rochester and St Mary’s
Lockington
The Rev’d Bertram Mather & The Rev’d Peter Downes
(locums)
Give thanks for
1. The privilege of being able to gather in worship;
2. God’s provision for ministry;
3. God’s grace and mercy throughout this pandemic.
Prayer points
1. God’s continued wisdom and guidance for ministry in the area;
2. Deepening faith and relationship with Jesus;
3. Courage to share the gospel with friends and family;
4. Opportunity and resource to serve the broader community well.
Contact
Rev’d Bertram Mather: 0469295162
Rev’d Peter Downes: 0412957383
Image: https://vhd.heritagecouncil.vic.gov.au/places/424
Also pray for:
Diocesan CommunicationsDay 14 Parish of Golden Square
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. – Romans 12: 12
The Rev’d Shannon Smith
Give thanks for
1. The privilege of being able to gather in worship;
2. God’s provision for ministry;
3. God’s grace and mercy throughout this pandemic.
Prayer points
1. God’s continued wisdom and guidance for ministry in the area;
2. Deepening faith and relationship with Jesus;
3. Courage to share the gospel with friends and family;
4. Opportunity and resource to serve the broader community well.
Contact
Rev’d Shannon Smith: 0476 067 048
Also pray for:
Diocesan FinancesDay 15 Harvey Town Cluster
Including: St Peter’s Eaglehawk and Common Ground Maiden Gully
The Rev’d Brendan McDonald
Give thanks for
1. Thank God for new members of the congregation. Praise God that we are
moving ahead with our Windows projects;
2. Praise God for our Common Ground ten years anniversary.
Prayer points
1. Pray for the ministry of Saltworks, particularly our co-ordinator Sue. Pray
for renewal in the church as we have an aging congregation. Pray for the
inspiration of the Holy Spirit along with human and financial resources to
enact our mission action plan;
2. Pray for discernment around the future of the ministry. Pray for
encouragement for God’s people involved.
Contact
www.commongroundlife.com.au
info@commongroundlife.com.au
Facebook: EaglehawkAnglican
Rev’d Brendan McDonald: 0423700770
brendan@commongroundlife.com.auDay 16 Healthcare Chaplaincy
Image: www.bendigohealth.org.au
“I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace
I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” –
John 14:27
The Rev’d Terry Templer & The Rev’d Geoff Chittenden
Give thanks for
1. The access to the hospitals and Aged Care facilities to provide Christian
hope, comfort, a listening presence and Christian ritual where
appropriate to patients, families and staff;
2. The funding provided by Bencourt to enable this ministry;
3. The support of Bishop Matt on behalf of the diocese and Karen Lunney,
the Manager of Pastoral Care services and her team.
Prayer points
1. For continuing opportunities to bless & share the Gospel;
2. For wisdom to discern people’s needs and the appropriate response For
the physical, spiritual and emotional strength and health for the task;
3. For the continuing good collegiality and mutual support of the multi-faith
pastoral care team, for on-going professional development and support of
the hospital executive.
Contact
Rev’d Terry Templer: 0408 105 091
terrytempler@gmail.com
Rev’d Geoff Chittenden: 0408 228 368
gihc@bigpond.net.au
Karen Lunney (Manager Pastoral Care
Services) klunney@bendigohealth.org.au
Also pray for:
Diocese of SydneyDay 17 Parish of Heathcote
“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in
darkness, but will have the light of life.” – John 8: 12
The Rev’d Shannon Smith
Give thanks for
1. The fellowship that we have with each other in the Parish;
2. Faithfulness of parishioners;
3. God’s provision during difficult seasons.
Prayer points
1. Prayer for our Wednesday morning prayer and Tuesday Bible study to
grow;
2. We are very small and we ask to be strengthened;
3. Pray for Buddies Op-Shop in seeking ways of becoming a blessing to the
community and a place for people to hear about Jesus;
4. Unity with other Churches in Heathcote.
Contact
Rev’d Shannon Smith: 0476 067 048
Also pray for:
Diocese of BunburyDay 18 Parish of Inglewood
Including: Holy Trinity Bridgewater, St Augustine’s Inglewood and St
John’s Newbridge
The Rev’d Darcy Vaughan
Give thanks for
1. The faithful service of the saints of this parish over so many years of
change and uncertainty;
2. The strength of the Inglewood community in bringing people together;
3. The success of our recent Ladies Guild Fashion Show and the opportunity
to gather people together and be a blessing.
Prayer points
1. For those unable to attend, that they would feel connected and cared for;
2. For the re-commencing of a service at Newbridge, which has ceased since
first COVID lockdown;
3. For hope and encouragement for the faithful few who carry the bulk of the
anxieties and work of our Sunday ministry;
4. That God would guide the church as we seek to share the good news to
our communities.
Contact
Rev’d Darcy Vaughan: 0409 245 951
maldoninglewood@gmail.com
Also pray for:
Ministry with the Torres Strait Islander Peoples of AustraliaDay 19 Parish of Kangaroo Flat
We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you
spiritual wisdom and understanding. – Colossians 1: 9
The Rev’d Tracy Wolsley
Give thanks for
1. The opportunity to be the church in Kangaroo Flat;
2. For the fellowship we enjoy;
3. The love that is shared;
4. The relationships we have with our community.
Prayer points
1. That we may continue to grow in love for God and one another;
2. That this love may be embodied and expressed in our lives;
3. That people would be drawn into this love.
Contact
Phone: 03 5447 7427
anglicankf8@bigpond.com
www.stmaryskangarooflat.com
Facebook: AnglicanParishofStMary’s
KangarooFlat
Rev Tracey Wolsley:
traceywolsley@gmail.com
Also pray for:
Diocese of AdelaideDay 20 Parish of Kyabram
Image: www.aussietowns.com.au
Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances,
for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. – 1 Thes 5: 16 - 18
The Rev’d David Willsher
Give thanks for
1. The privilege of being able to gather in worship;
2. God’s provision for ministry;
3. God’s grace and mercy throughout this pandemic.
Prayer points
1. God’s continued wisdom and guidance for ministry in the area;
2. Deepening faith and relationship with Jesus;
3. Courage to share the gospel with friends and family;
4. Opportunity and resource to serve the broader community well.
Contact
www.kyabramanglican.org.au
Rev’d David Willsher: 0428 521 031
kyabram.anglican@gmail.com
Image: www.aussietowns.com.au
Also pray for:
Anglicare VictoriaParish of Kyneton -
Day 21
Malmsbury
Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life.
And if someone asks about your hope as a believer,
always be ready to explain it. – 1 Peter 3: 15
Awaiting Clergy Appointment
Give thanks for
1. The privilege of being able to gather in worship;
2. God’s provision for ministry;
3. God’s grace and mercy throughout this pandemic.
Prayer points
1. God’s continued wisdom and guidance for ministry in the area;
2. Deepening faith and relationship with Jesus;
3. Courage to share the gospel with friends and family;
4. Opportunity and resource to serve the broader community well.
Contact
Phone: 03 5422 1025
kyneton.anglicans@gmail.com
www.kynetonanglicans.org
Also pray for:
Victorian Council of ChurchesDay 22 Parish of Maldon
Including: Holy Trinity Maldon and All Saints’ Newstead
The Rev’d Darcy Vaughan
Give thanks for
1. The support and attendance shared across the two centres in this parish;
2. Strong local communities with a sense of identity and care for one
another;
3. Well maintained and updated church facilities;
4. Those who have continued to walk with the church through ups and
downs.
Prayer points
1. Opportunities to demonstrate our distinctiveness as followers of Jesus;
2. We pray for those moving from independent to supported living;
3. Guidance as we consider how to commit ourselves to reconciliation with
our First Nations peoples;
4. Guidance and strength as we work to restore events and ministries
inhibited by the lockdowns.
Contact
maldonnewsteadap@gmail.com
Rev’d Darcy Vaughan: 0407 245 951
maldoninglewood@gmail.com
Also pray for:
Diocese of MelbourneParish of Maryborough with
Day 23
Avoca
Including: Christ the King Maryborough, St John’s Dunolly, St Michael &
All Angels Talbot, St John the Divine Avoca, St Mary & St John Barkly, St
Mark’s Elmhurst, St Paul’s Moonambel
The Rev’d Canon Heather Blackman
Give thanks for
1. Growth in discipleship, generosity and compassion;
2. Anglicare in Maryborough and their ministry to those in need;
3. Our involvement in Highview Ecumenical College and its Christian
witness to young people.
Prayer points
1. A renewed energy in the Parish and the building up of the ministry of all
the baptised;
2. Outreach ministries to reflect God's love in the community.
Contact
Phone: 03 5460 5964
maryborough.anglican@outlook.com
Also pray for:
Youth Ministries throughout the diocese & strengthening of faith for young
peopleCommunity Chaplaincy -
Day 24
MinisTree
Image: www.bendigo.vic.gov.au
MinisTree exists to provide care and a listening respectful presence on
the streets of Bendigo.
The Rev’d Andrew Howe
Give thanks for
1. The generosity of volunteers who support the work of MinisTree Bendigo;
2. The opportunity to be charitable to others;
3. Minds to think, for hearts to love and for hands to serve those in need.
Prayer points
1. Families, women, children, and men who are experiencing homelessness;
2. For the marginalised and vulnerable people of the Diocese of Bendigo;
3. For community and street chaplains.
Contact
Rev’d Andrew Howe:
andrew@ministreebendigo.org.au
Also pray for:
Diocese of Rockhampton Ministries of Family LifeCommunity Chaplaincy -
Day 25
MinisTree
Image: www.bendigo.vic.gov.au
MinisTree exists to provide care and a listening respectful presence on
the streets of Bendigo.
The Rev’d Fiona Preston
Give thanks for
1. The privilege to serve the women at Tarrengower as a Chaplain;
2. The emerging outreach ministry of MinisTree Bendigo alongside Rev’d
Andrew Howe;
3. The many areas of life God has put me in where I can minister and love
others; as a Chaplain, Mum, Friend, Spiritual Director and Mentor.
Prayer points
1. People in prison and leaving prison, women and men. That they will be
well supported and know God’s love;
2. God’s will to be done through MinisTree, reaching and serving the lost;
3. God’s provisions for MinisTree to thrive.
Contact
Rev’d Fiona Preston:
fiona@ministreebendigo.org.au
Also pray for:
Diocese of Riverina Retired ClergyDay 26 Ministry Development
We also pray that you will be strengthened with all his glorious power so
you will have all the endurance and patience you need. May you be
filled with joy, always thanking the Father. – Colossians 1: 11
The Rev’d Canon Heather Marten
Give thanks for
1. The privilege of ordained ministry to and with God’s people;
2. Health and energy as new interests and ministries emerge.
Prayer points
1. For the clergy and lay leaders of the diocese and its parishes as we
continue to work towards every community being a place of safety;
2. For those who are newly ordained, preparing for ordination or discerning
a call to the ministry of Christ in which we participate.
Contact
mdo@bendigoanglican.org.au
Also pray for:
Australian Government – local and federalDay 27 Parish of Mooroopna
For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works,
which God prepared in advance for us to do. – Ephesians 2: 10
The Rev’d Simon Robinson
Give thanks for
1. Success of Monster Garage Sale to bless mission with $$ locally and
overseas;
2. Free professional landscape gardening to rehabilitate church yard;
3. Keeping congregation together despite challenges of COVID restrictions.
Prayer points
1. To send more workers in his mission & see more saved;
2. God to magnify work of the Family Haven and deepen our connections;
3. Blessing upon our friends, Two Rivers Community Church;
4. God’s favour upon the Greater Shepparton Winter Night Shelter.
Contact
Phone: 03 5825 2031
Facebook: TeamSaintAlbans
Fr. Simon Robinson: 0428 484 895
simon@mooroopnaanglican.com
Also pray for:
Diocese of North Queensland Police & Prison MinistriesDay 28 My Pilgrims Way
My Pilgrims Way Pioneer Ministry shepherds people outside of church
towards ecclesial relationships that nurture discipleship of church - the
body of Christ.
Srebrenka Kunek
Give thanks for
1. Enabling pioneer lay ministry through My Pilgrims Way for discipleship
and forming church where people are; in digital space and physical place;
2. Availability and access to technology that allows many in rural locations
feel connected.
Prayer points
1. That I may creatively respond to the Holy Spirit’s initiatives with those
outside the church;
2. For the ministry of My Pilgrims way in connecting rural parishes;
3. The use of digital mediums in disciple making.
Contact
Phone: 0419 222 813
srebrenka@mypilgrimsway.com
www.mypilgrimsway.com
Also pray for:
Parish CouncilsNew Horizons Welfare
Day 29
Services & Bencourt Care
“Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are
members of my family, you did it to me.” – Matthew 25:40
Give thanks for
1. The generosity of funding bodies that support NHWS projects;
2. The commitment and dedication of volunteers helping those in need;
3. The projects Bencourt has been able to support – Prison and Healthcare
chaplaincy, Seeds, Renew, Hope in Hard Times et al.;
4. The relationships within Health Care and Prisons that allow Healthcare
and Prison chaplaincy.
Prayer points
1. Wisdom for the Committee;
2. Fruitfulness in all projects supported;
3. Strengthening of relationships within the community.
Contact
Phone: 03 5443 4711
reception@bendigoanglican.org.au
Also pray for:
Education system – private and publicDay 30 Parish of Northern Mallee
Including: St Margaret’s Mildura, St Peter’s Robinvale, St Martin’s
Dareton (Riverina), and St John’s Wentworth (Riverina)
The Rev’d Joe Varghese
Give thanks for
1. God’s faithfulness;
2. For the life of Melva Campbell and Colin Thomson, as they rest in the
Lord, for their faithfulness service and outstanding contribution to our
parish. Also, remember their family.
Prayer points
1. Ministry towards refugee families;
2. Church growth;
3. Wisdom, knowledge, and understanding as we minister to people.
Contact
Phone: 03 5023 8265
Fr. Joe Varghese: 0472 718 570
rector@malleeanglican.org.au
Also pray for:
Diocese of GraftonDay 31 Parish of Pyramid Hill/ Boort
Including: St Andrew’s Boort, St Thomas’ Pyramid Hill and St John’s Bears
Lagoon
Awaiting Clergy Appointment
Give thanks for
1. Rural Lifestyle;
2. Friendly Communities;
3. The seasonal changes that bring variation to our lives;
4. Support -for the Kids Hope and KFC (Kids Friday Club) programs- from
the East Loddon school.
Prayer points
1. Getting the right clergy appointed;
2. Pyramids inter-denominational co-operation;
3. New growth throughout the parish;
4. Kids Hope and KFC (Kids Friday Club) continued program support by
East Loddon school.
Contact
Pyramid Hill: Bill Boyd 0448219457
Bears Lagoon: Don Gilmore 0427551219
359 Yarrawalla West Rd, Pyramid Hill
Boort: Bruce Malone 0427554295
Also pray for:
Raising up of new leadersDay 32 Registry Team
The Word gave life to everything that was created, and his life brought
light to everyone. – John 1: 4
Debbie, Archdeacon George, Jenny, Jo, Katy & Sarah
Give thanks for
1. The skills and experience of the team in the Registry;
2. Success of implementation of the Digital Capability Project;
3. Cohesion within the team.
Prayer points
1. Continued wisdom as we continue to digitize;
2. Strategy as the team continues to find its new rhythm.
Contact
Phone: 03 5443 4711
reception@bendigoanglican.org.au
www.bendigoanglican.org.au
Also pray for:
Theological education and training institutionsDay 33 Parish of South-East Bendigo
For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love,
and self-discipline. – 2 Timothy 1: 7
The Rev’d Trevor Bell & The Rev’d Karen Reid
Give thanks for
1. Being able to share our Christian life with others;
2. That we have been able to stick together through this difficult past year;
3. For the ministry that Rev. Bertram Mather was able to do among us
during his time at HT.
Prayer points
1. New volunteers to be raised up for children’s and youth ministry;
2. For people to take up their God given ministries within his Church and
the wider community;
3. That we would grow more relationally connected as a community of
believers.
Contact
Phone: 03 5443 3482
office@southeastbendigo.com
Rev’d Trevor Bell: 0400 748 007
trev@southeastbendigo.com
Rev’d Karen Reid: 0418492778
karen@southeastbendigo.com
Also pray for:
Anglican Religious CommunitiesDay 34 Parish of St Arnaud
Including: Christ Church Old Cathedral St Arnaud, All Saints’ Emu and
St David’s Bealiba
The Rev’d Jan Harper
Give thanks for
1. We give thanks for our St Arnaud and Bealiba communities and
opportunities to minister here;
2. We give thanks for each parish member and their unique gifts;
3. We give thanks for worship, study, meditation and fellowship together.
Prayer points
1. We pray for open hearts and minds to God’s leading;
2. We pray for ways to serve the young people and continued services at
Kara Court and Coates Hostel;
3. We pray for wise stewardship of our beautiful buildings.
Contact
Phone: 03 5493 1813
Rev’d Jan Harper: 0439757278
Also pray for:
Ministry with the Aboriginal peoples of AustraliaDay 35 Parish of Strathfieldsaye
I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light so that you can
understand the confident hope he has given to those he called - his
holy people who are his rich and glorious inheritance. – Eph 1: 18
The Rev’d Rob Edwards
Give thanks for
1. That the Men’s breakfast is able to meet for fellowship and to encourage
each other;
2. For the opportunity to serve Breakfast in the local schools;
3. The way God has brought the Anglican and Uniting congregations
together as one in Strathfieldsaye.
Prayer points
1. Our relationships with the people of Strathfieldsaye;
2. That we will be able to form new relationships and have opportunities to
speak of the hope we have in Christ;
3. That we will look strategically into ways in which we can engage younger
families in our community;
4. That we will having willing and able hearts so that we can serve those in
our community.
Contact
Rev’d Rob Edwards: 0412 571 139
strathfieldsayechurch@outlook.com
Also pray for:
Bishop to the Defence Forces and Anglican Defence ChaplainsDay 36 Parish of Sunraysia South
Pray that the Lord’s message will spread rapidly and be honoured
wherever it goes, just as when it came to you. - 2 Thessalonians 3:1
The Rev’d Canon Dale Barclay
Give thanks for
1. Jesus Christ and that he has called us to be members of his church;
2. The ongoing support of Bush Church Aid;
3. The ministry of RENEW (foodbank, op-shop, community building) and
the way our volunteers care for members of our community;
4. Our connections with the wider community.
Prayer points
1. Pray for a healthy culture of Bible reading, teaching and obeying in our
congregation so that Jesus may be glorified;
2. Pray that Jesus may be proclaimed through the ministry of RENEW;
3. Pray for all those in leadership and ministry – that we may have a humble
heart and seek to bring glory to Jesus in all we do.
Contact
Phone: 03 5024 2521
Office@aposs.org.au
Rev’d Canon Dale Barclay: 0428 456 677
rector@aposs.org.au
Facebook:
AnglicanParishofSunraysiaSouth
Also pray for:
Diocese of Gippsland Service Relief TeamDay 37 Parish of Swan Hill
Including: Christ Church Swan Hill and All Saints’ Nyah West
The Ven Peter Blundell
Give thanks for
1. For the ministry of assistant clergy, Denis and Rae supporting the Rector;
2. For friendly links with the wider community especially through the Op
Shop, Drop-in Centre and Men’s Shed at Nyah West, and the monthly
car-boot sale and stalls at Swan Hill;
3. For God’s provisions spiritually and materially during the pandemic
period.
Prayer points
1. For wisdom around hospitality based ministry, including Café Church, in
this pandemic period;
2. For Ven. Peter balancing roles as Rector and Archdeacon;
3. For the faithful Christians in the Nyah District, at Lake Boga and Ultima;
4. For strengthening of music ministry.
Contact
Phone: 03 5032 2506
anglicansh@bigpond.com
www.anglicanswanhill.com.au
Ven. Peter Blundell: 0427 694 720
riversideblundells@gmail.com
Also pray for:
Diocese of BrisbaneDay 38 Parish of Tatura
May the Lord lead your hearts into a full understanding and expression
of the love of God and the patient endurance
that comes from Christ. – 2 Thessalonians 3: 5
The Rev’d Simba Musvamiri
Give thanks for
1. The privilege of being able to gather in worship;
2. God’s provision for ministry;
3. God’s grace and mercy throughout this pandemic.
Prayer points
1. God’s continued wisdom and guidance for ministry in the area;
2. Deepening faith and relationship with Jesus;
3. Courage to share the gospel with friends and family;
4. Opportunity and resource to serve the broader community well.
Contact
Phone: 03 58241170
info@allsaintstatura.org.au
www.allsaintstatura.org.au
Rev’d Simba Musvamiri: 0497597127
simba@allsaintstatura.org.au
Also pray for:
Cross-cultural ministriesDay 39 Parish of Tongala- Stanhope
Image: https://tongala.com.au/
For you are all children of God through faith in Christ Jesus.
– Galatians 3: 26
The Rev’d David Willsher & The Rev’d Simba Musvamiri
Give thanks for
1. The privilege of being able to gather in worship;
2. God’s provision for ministry;
3. God’s grace and mercy throughout this pandemic.
Prayer points
1. God’s continued wisdom and guidance for ministry in the area;
2. Deepening faith and relationship with Jesus;
3. Courage to share the gospel with friends and family;
4. Opportunity and resource to serve the broader community well.
Contact
Rev’d David Willsher: 0428 521 031
kyabram.anglican@gmail.com
Rev’d Simba Musvamiri: 0497597127
simba@allsaintstatura.org.au
Also pray for:
Rural CommunitiesParish of Woodend &
Day 40
Trentham
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has
blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. –
Ephesians 1: 3
The Rev’d Melissa Clark
Give thanks for
1. The privilege of being able to gather in worship;
2. God’s provision for ministry;
3. God’s grace and mercy throughout this pandemic.
Prayer points
1. God’s continued wisdom and guidance for ministry in the area;
2. Deepening faith and relationship with Jesus;
3. Courage to share the gospel with friends and family;
4. Opportunity and resource to serve the broader community well.
Contact
www.woodendanglican.org.au
Facebook: WoodendAnglican
Rev’d Melissa Clark: 0411 722 718
woodendanglican@gmail.com
Also pray for:
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